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1-2005
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Clause in New Edition Clause in previous edition Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
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B149.1-2005, Mississauga: CSA B149.1-00, Mississauga: CSA

NOTE: The B149.1-2005 covers both Natural Gas and Propane

Installations. Where a clause is specific to one fuel the wording
will specify “For Natural Gas applications” or “For Propane
applications”.

1. Scope 1. Scope

1.2 This Code does not apply to 1.2 This Code does not apply to Revised – The volume was reduced to 150 g from 250 g.
Cylinders of 225 g are being used in restaurants for portable
(l) butane fuel cylinders of 150 g capacity or less; and (l) butane fuel cylinders of 250 g capacity or less; and cooking. Incidents have occurred and no one appears to have
jurisdiction for these cylinders.

1.4 This Code and any Standard referenced in it do not make New Clause This was an amendment to clarify that the Code is intended to
or imply any assurance or guarantee with respect to life address safety performance. It is not intended to guarantee a
expectancy, durability, or operating performance of equipment product’s life expectancy, durability, or operating performance.
and materials referenced in the Code.

1.6 In this Code, unless approved otherwise by the 3.1.2 Where the word “shall” is used in this Code, it indicates a Revised.
authority having jurisdiction, “shall” indicates a mandatory requirement unless approved otherwise by the authority
requirement; “should” indicates a recommendation or that having jurisdiction.
which is advised but not mandatory; “may” indicates an
advisory or optional statement. Notes to the text do not
include mandatory or alternative requirements. The
purpose of a note is to separate from the text explanatory
or informative material that is not properly a part of this
Code. Notes to figures and tables, however, are
considered part of the figure or table and are written as
mandatory requirements. Legends to figures are also
written as mandatory requirements.
2. Reference publications 2.3 Reference publications

*3 Definitions 2.1 Definitions

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Heater –
Non-recirculating direct gas-fired industrial air heater – a
heater in which all the products of combustion generated by the
gas-burning device are released into the airstream being
heated and whose purpose is to offset building heat loss by
heating only outside air.
New definition. This definition was required for the new Section 7.21 covering
Non-recirculating direct gas-fired industrial air heater (DFIAH)
and to maintain continuity with the applicable CSA Standard
3.7 and is considered a subset under heater.

Fitting - an item in a piping or tubing system that is used as a Fitting - an item in a piping or tubing system that is used as a Revised by deleting the word nipple.
means of connection, such as an elbow, return bend, tee, means of connection, such as an elbow, return bend, tee, A nipple should not be included in the definition of fitting since
union, bushing, coupling, or cross, but does not include such union, bushing, coupling, cross, or nipple, but does not include a nipple is a type of pipe.
functioning items as a valve or pressure regulator. such functioning items as a valve or pressure regulator.

Maximum operating pressure – the maximum pressure to

which any component or portion of fuel system can be Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure – the maximum Rationale: The term “Maximum allowable operating pressure”
subjected (Accepted Revisions 2001) pressure to which any component or portion of the fuel is not used in the Code other than in the “Definitions”. The
system can be subjected. term “Test pressure” is mentioned in Table 5.22.2.

Overpressure Protection Device – a device that under

abnormal conditions will act to reduce, restrict, or shut off the New definitions. These definitions were required for the revisions in Clause 5
supply of gas flowing into a system to prevent gas pressure in covering Pressure Controls and to maintain continuity with CSA
that system from exceeding the rated pressure of the system Standard 6.22 for Line Pressure Regulator.
components.
Monitoring regulator – an overpressure protection
device that functions as a second gas pressure
regulator in series with the primary gas pressure
regulator.
Overpressure relief device – an overpressure
protection device that functions by discharging gas
from the downstream system.
Overpressure shut-off device – an overpressure
protection device that functions by completely shutting
off the flow of gas into the downstream systems.

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Regulator –
Line Pressure regulator – a gas pressure regulator intended
for installation in a gas distribution system between the utility
service regulator or first-stage regulator (propane) and gas
utilization equipment.
Lock-up (positive shut-off regulator – a regulator that is
capable of maintaining a reduced outlet pressure when the fuel
flow condition is static.
4. General
4.2.11
4.3 Responsibilities of the installer
4.3.7 It shall be the responsibility of the installer of a piping or
tubing system to perform pressure tests in accordance with
Clause 6.22.2 and to ensure that the piping or tubing system is
gas-tight at the completion of the tests.
4.3.8 It shall be the responsibility of the installer of an appliance
to perform tests in accordance with Clause 6.22.3 and to
ensure that the system is gas-tight at the completion of the
tests.
4.17 Appliance ductwork connections
*4.17.2 Return air ducts in an enclosure shall be in accordance
with the provisions set out for duct systems in The National
Building Code of Canada.
Clause in previous edition
Source: Canadian Standards Association (2000), CSA
B149.1-00, Mississauga: CSA
New definitions.
3. General
3.3 Responsibilities of the Installer
3.3.7 It shall be the responsibility of the installer
(a) of a piping or tubing system to perform pressure tests in
accordance with Clause 5.22.2 and to ensure that the piping or
tubing is gas tight at the completion of the tests; and
3.3.7 It shall be the responsibility of the installer
(a) <see above>
(b) of the appliance to perform tests in accordance with
Clause 5.22.3 and to ensure that the system is gas tight at the
completion of the tests.
New Clause
Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
These definitions were required for the revisions in Clause 5
covering Pressure Controls and to maintain continuity with CSA
Standard 6.22 for Line Presser Regulator.
A definition for Line Pressure regulator was included to
describe its function
A definition for a lock-up regulator was added to be consistent
with the B149.3 Code.
Revised by creating a new Clause for part (b) to clarify the
responsibilities for different installers that are inevitably
involved in completing a gas installation <see below>.
The installer of the piping or tubing is not necessarily the same
one who installs any of the gas appliances.
This new Clause was added to increase the awareness that it
is the responsibility of the appliance installer to ensure the
connection, valve train and system components are gas-tight.
To clarify that the installation requirements for return air ducts
systems are in the Building Code.
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4.22 High-altitude installations
4.22.1 For high-altitude installations, appliances shall be
certified in compliance with CSA CGA 2.17 and shall be
adjusted to the high-altitude rating shown on the nameplate
when installed at elevations between 2000 ft and 4500 ft (600
m and 1350 m) above sea level.
5.2 Pressure regulators
5.2.1 General
5.2.1.3 A pressure regulator shall not be bypassed.
5.2.1.4 When a line pressure regulator is required and the
inlet supply pressure to the regulator exceeds 0.5 psig (3.5
kPa), it shall be of the positive shut-off type.
5.2.1.5 A line pressure regulator shall have:
(a) a manual shut-off valve installed upstream of the regulator;
and
(b) either a line relief device or an overpressure protection
device.
The regulator vent and relief device vent shall terminate
outdoors.
5.2.2 Additional requirements for pressure regulators for
propane applications
Clause in previous edition Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
Source: Canadian Standards Association (2000), CSA
B149.1-00, Mississauga: CSA
3.22 High Altitude Installations
3.22.1 New appliances with inputs up to and including Revised – To clarify that all appliances new or used shall be
400,000 (120 kW) and certified for high altitude operation shall adjusted for high altitude locations in accordance with CSA
be adjusted to the high altitude rating shown on the nameplate CGA-2.17 and the manufacturers instructions.
when installed at elevations between 2000 ft and 4500 ft (600
m and 1350 m) above sea level. The requirements of Clause 4.22.1 should not be restricted to
new appliances.
4.2.6 A system regulator (propane) or line (natural gas) shall
not be bypassed. Rationale: no regulator should be bypassed
New Clause Rationale: To correct differences in terms between B149 and
the standard for line pressure regulators CSA 6.22.
Rationale: (2003 Accepted Revisions): Moved from 4.2.7.
The term “or line pressure regulator (natural gas)” was
New Clause added to this section by letter ballot 01-02 at the June 2001
B149 meeting to correct differences between B149 and the
standard for line pressure regulators which permits
overpressure protection devices (overpressure shutoff
device, overpressure relief device or monitoring regulator)
not just internal relief. The different regulators for propane
and natural gas have been revised to only line pressure
regulators because the scope of CSA 6.22 Line Pressure
Regulators is being revised so that the standard applies to
both propane and natural gas.
4.1 Pressure Inside Buildings
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5.2.2.4 When used on a system operating at 2 psig (14 kPa) or
less, a line pressure regulator equipped with a
leak limiting system orificed for 1 ft3/h (0.0283 m3/h) shall be
exempt from the requirement of Clause 5.2.1.5(b).
A regulator with vent limiting means shall be installed in a
ventilated space only.
5.2.3 Additional requirements for pressure regulators for
natural gas applications
When used on a system operating at 2 psig (14 kPa) or less, a
line pressure regulator equipped with
a leak limiting system orificed for 2.5 ft3/h (0.0706 m3/h) shall
be exempt from the requirement of
Clause 5.2.1.5(b). A regulator with vent limiting means shall
be installed in a ventilated space only.
5.3 Relief devices:
Except as specified in Clauses 5.2.2.4 and 5.2.3, when a line
pressure regulator is not equipped with an
internal relief device, it shall have immediately downstream an
overpressure protection device or a line
relief device as required in Clause 5.2.1.5(b), with a discharge
setting of either
(a) not less than 2 times and not more than 3 times the delivery
pressure on systems operating up to 5 psig (35 kPa); or
(b) not less than 1.5 times and not more than 2 times the
delivery pressure on systems operating at more than 5 psig
(35 kPa).
The relieving pressure setting of the line relief device shall be
not higher than that of the lowest-rated
component or accessory located downstream.
Clause in previous edition
Source: Canadian Standards Association (2000), CSA
B149.1-00, Mississauga: CSA
4.1.4 When used on a 2 psig (14 kPa) system, a pressure
regulator equipped with a leak limiting system orificed for 1
ft3/h (0.0283 m3/h) shall be exempt from the requirement of
Clause 4.1.7(b).
4.1.4 When used on a 2 psig (14 kPa) system, a pressure
regulator equipped with a leak limiting system orificed for 1
ft3/h (0.0283 m3/h) shall be exempt from the requirement of
Clause 4.1.7(b).
4.3 Line Relief Devices
Except as specified in Clause 4.1.4, when a system
regulator is not equipped with an internal relief device, it
shall have immediately downstream relief device as required in
Clause 4.1.7(b), with a discharge setting of not less than
either:
(a) 2 times and not more than 3 times the delivery pressure on
systems operating up to 5 psig (35 kPa); or
(b) 1.5 times and not more than 2 times the delivery pressure
on systems operating at more than 5 psig (35 kPa).
The relieving pressure setting of the line relief device shall be
not higher than that of the lowest rated component or
accessory located downstream.
Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
Clause revised to be specific to propane and to reflect
changes in CSA 6.22. The requirements for vent-lined
regulators to be installed in a ventilated space only was
added for extra safety.
Clause revised to be specific for natural gas . The
requirement for vent limiting regulator to be installed in a
ventilated space was added for extra safety.
Rationale: The term “or line pressure regulator (natural
gas)” was added to this section by letter ballot 01-02 at the
June 2001 B149 meeting to correct differences between
B149 and the standard for line pressure regulators CSA
6.22. This section has been modified so that it is
conformance with the standard for line pressure
regulators which permits overpressure protection devices
(overpressure shutoff device, overpressure relief device or
monitoring regulator) not just internal relief. The different
regulators for propane and natural gas have been revised
to only line pressure regulators because the scope of CSA
6.22 Line Pressure Regulators is being revised so that the
standard applies to both propane and natural gas.
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5.6 Appliance and pilot pressure regulators
5.6.1 Appliance and pilot pressure regulators in propane
applications
5.6.1.3
When an appliance pressure regulator without internal relief
having an inlet pressure not in excess of
2 psig (14 kPa) is installed on an appliance, it shall be vented
to the outdoors unless it is constructed
or equipped with a device to limit the escape of gas from the
vent opening in the event of diaphragm
failure, and the opening in the device shall restrict the escape of
gas to not more than 1 ft3 (0.0283 m3)
per hour of a gas having a specific gravity of 1.53. A regulator
with a vent limiting means shall not be
installed in a confined space.
5.6.2 Appliance and pilot pressure regulators in natural gas
applications
When an appliance pressure regulator without internal relief
having an inlet pressure not in excess of 2 psig (14 kPa) is
installed on an appliance, it shall be vented to the outdoors
unless it is constructed or equipped with a device to limit the
escape of gas from the vent opening in the event of diaphragm
failure, and the opening in the device shall restrict the escape of
gas to not more than 2.5 ft3 (0.0706 m3) per hour of a gas
having a specific gravity of 0.6. A regulator with vent limiting
means shall be installed in a ventilated space only.
6. Piping and tubing systems, hose, and fittings
6.2.1 Piping shall comply with ASTM A 53 / A 53M or A 106.
6.2.5 Flared nuts shall be forged.
Clause in previous edition
Source: Canadian Standards Association (2000), CSA
B149.1-00, Mississauga: CSA
4.5.2 For Propane: When an appliance pressure regulator
without internal relief having a diaphragm not in excess of 6 in
(150 m) in diameter and an inlet pressure not in excess of 2
psig (14 kPa) is installed on an appliance, it shall be vented to
the outdoors unless it is constructed or equipped with a device
to limit the escape of gas from the vent opening in the event of
diaphragm failure, and the opening in the device shall restrict
the escape of gas to not more than 1 ft3 (0.0283 m3) per hour
of a gas having a specific gravity of 1.53. A regulator with a
vent limiting means shall only be installed in a ventilated
location.
4.5.2 For Natural Gas When an appliance pressure
regulator without internal relief having a diaphragm not in
excess of 6 in (150 mm) in diameter and an inlet pressure not
in excess of 2 psig (14 kPa) is installed on an appliance, it
may be constructed or equipped with a device to limit the
escape of gas from the vent opening in the event of
diaphragm failure and the opening in the device shall restrict
the escape of gas to not more than 1 ft3 (0.0283 m3) per hour
of a gas having a specific gravity of 0.6.
5. Piping and tubing systems, hose, and fittings
5.2.1 Piping shall comply with ASTM A 53 or A 106.
New Clause
Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
Rationale: Moved from 4.5.2. The requirement for a
diaphragm 6 in. or less is design restrictive. A regulator having
a diaphragm 6 in. or larger and certified to operate with the
appropriate vent limiter should be permitted. The limiting
orifice rate has been revised to 2.5 ft3/h so that the Btu content
of the released gas is the same for natural gas and propane.
The requirement to prevent the install of vent limiter equipped
regulators in a confined space was added for extra safety. Line
pressure regulators for natural gas certified to CSA 6.22 are
tested with vent limiters rated at 2.5 ft3/h.
Rationale: Moved from 4.5.2. The requirement for a
diaphragm 6 in. or less is design restrictive. A regulator having
a diaphragm 6 in. or larger and certified to operate with the
appropriate vent limiter should be permitted. The limiting
orifice rate has been revised to 2.5 ft3/h so that the Btu content
of the released gas is the same for natural gas and propane.
The requirement to prevent the install of vent limiter equipped
regulators in a confined space was added for extra safety. Line
pressure regulators for natural gas certified to CSA 6.22 are
tested with vent limiters rated at 2.5 ft3/h.
Revised -
Rationale: Flared machined nuts do crack. The intent of the
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6.2.8 Tubing shall be one of the following:
a) Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST);
b) Seamless copper; or
Seamless steel.
6.2.20 Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) and associated
fittings shall comply with ANSI/IAS LC1/CSA 6.26 or CSA CGA
Certification Laboratory Requirement LAB-009.
6.7.4 Piping or tubing in solid flooring, such as concrete, shall
be laid in channels and suitably covered to permit
access to the piping or tubing. Alternatively, the piping or tubing
shall be encased in ducts so that there is
free air space around the pipe or tube. Such a duct shall be
ventilated. (Accepted Revisions, 2001)
6.11.3 A gas convenience outlet shall comply with ANSI Z22.99
/ CSA 6.24.
Clause in previous edition
Source: Canadian Standards Association (2000), CSA
B149.1-00, Mississauga: CSA
5.2.7 Tubing shall be of seamless copper or steel.
New Clause
5.7.4 Piping or tubing in solid flooring, such as concrete,
shall be laid in channels and suitably covered to permit
access to the piping or tubing. Alternatively, the piping or
tubing shall be encased in ducts so that there is a free air
space (of not less than 0.5 in (13 mm)) around the pipe or
tube. Such a duct shall be ventilated.
New Clause
Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
proposal is to ensure that flared nuts are not of machined type.
Revised – To clarify that tubing also includes corrugated
stainless steel tubing.
To clarify that CSST and fittings used for natural gas and
propane fuel systems shall certified to applicable CSA
Standard or the CGA Lab Requirement.
Rationale: The existing requirements of Clause 5.7.4 are
design-restrictive with respect to the use Corrugated Stainless
Steel Tubing (CSST) and Flexible Copper Tubing (FCT) in new
high/low buildings with concrete floor slab applications. The
existing requirements would require a thicker concrete slab if
tubing were installed in ducts that would normally be required.
The intent of this clause was to provide a path or egress for
any leaks and protect the tubing from damage. Canadian Gas
Research Institute performed a number of tests pulling various
diameters of tubing through duct smaller than presently
required by Clause 5.7.4. The results of the testing indicated
that even pulling large diameter tubing through a smaller duct
with 90 degree bends did not generate a force sufficient to
damage CSST or FCT. Also the Subcommittee was in the
opinion that any space sufficient for pulling tubing through also
provides sufficient space for any egress of gas. The use of a
smaller clearance is not without precedence. This practice has
been employed in the US. NFPA 54 does not require any
clearance, but only protection against corrosion.
To clarify that gas convenience outlets shall comply with CSA
Standard 6.24.
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6.16.12 Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) and fittings
shall be protected against physical damage in accordance with
the manufacturer’s certified installation instructions and with this
Code.
6.17.2 In every care or detention occupancy, commercial,
industrial, and assembly building, piping or tubing where the
pressure is in excess of 14 in w.c. (3.5 kPa) shall be identified
at the following locations:
(a) shut-off valves, and
(b) wall, ceiling, and floor penetrations.
6.17.4 Every piping or tubing system that enters a building
that has two or more gas meters shall be
permanently identified with the room number, apartment
number, or the area of the building it serves. (Accepted
Revisions, 2001)
6.20 Hose and hose fittings
6.20.1 Except as permitted in Clause 7.22.3, a hose
connected to a vented appliance shall be prohibited.
6.20.3 When a hose is used
(c) for connecting a construction heater, it shall be neither
less that 15 ft (4.6 m) nor more than 75 ft (24 m) in total
length;
6.20.6 When tanks or pieces of equipment are interconnected,
provision shall be made to compensate for vibration and
differential settling of the tanks, equipment, and interconnecting
Clause in previous edition Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
Source: Canadian Standards Association (2000), CSA
B149.1-00, Mississauga: CSA
New Clause To clarify to installers that the installation of CSST shall comply
with the manufacturer’s certified installation instructions and
with the requirements in the CSA-B149.1 Code.
The new requirement is to ensure that piping and tubing
New Clause systems with pressures in excess of 14 in w.c. (3.5 kPa) are
identified to advise the user and personnel performing work or
maintenance on the system of the supply pressure. This
information is necessary for selecting appliances, equipment
and components or replacement parts that are suitable for the
pressure supplied.
5.17.3 Every piping or tubing that enters a building that has Rationale: Note: Commas are inserted after the words
two or more gas meters shall be clearly identified with the “building” and “meters”. the intent is to clarify the wording. The
number of the room, apartment number or the area of the word “clearly” is vague and thus it is proposed to replace it with
building it serves. “permanently”.
5.20.1 A hose connected to a vented appliance shall be Revision – To clarify that hose may be used for connecting
prohibited. infrared radiant tube heaters to gas piping where breakage is a
concern due to expansion and contraction.
5.20.3 When a hose is used
(c) for connecting a construction heater, it shall be neither Revision - In order to allow more hose when connecting a
less that 15 ft (4.6 m) nor more than 50 ft (16 m) in total construction heater to a natural gas or propane supply for
length; greater flexibility on larger construction sites.
Rationale: A major fire resulted from the rupture of a liquid
New Clause propane hose interconnecting a vaporizer and three tanks.
The hose has been cut by a grass cutting tool. The hose met
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piping. Where a flexible hose is used for this purpose, it shall be
a flexible metallic hose complying with ULC C536or a hose
connector with stainless steel reinforcement complying with
CSA CAN/CGA-8.1.
6.21 Connectors
6.21.5 When the connector described in Clause 6.21.4 is used
with a commercial cooking appliance installed on wheels or
rollers, a noncombustible retraining device shall be provided to
protect the connector, and the installation shall be in
accordance with Clause 7.31.4.
Table 6.3
Pressure test requirements
(See Clause 6.22.1 and 6.22.2)
* Propane maximum operating pressure is defined as
(a) 250 psi (1750 kPa) for piping and tubing operating
at container pressure;
(b) 350 psi (2400 kPa) when connected to the outlet of
a pump compressor
(c) 375 psi (2570 kPa) minimum or the setting of the
hydrostatic relief valve in piping that can contain
liquid propane, that can be isolated by valves, and
that require hydrostatic relief valves as specified in
Clause 4.4.1 of this Standard or Clause 4.6.1 of CSA
B149.2.
Notes: (1) and (2) no changes
7. Installation of specific types of appliances
Clause in previous edition
Source: Canadian Standards Association (2000), CSA
B149.1-00, Mississauga: CSA
5.21.5 When a metal connector is used with a commercial
cooking appliance installed on wheels or rollers, a
noncombustible retraining device shall be provided to protect
the connector, and the installation shall be in accordance with
Clause 6.30.4.
Table 5.22.2
Pressure test requirements
(See Clauses 5.22.1 and 5.22.2)
<No change to text within the Table>
Notes:
(1) These test pressures and test durations are minimum
requirements. Circumstances can require test
pressures and test durations in excess of those shown
in the Table.
(2) All wrapped and/or factory-coated piping systems of all
sizes and lengths shall be tested at a minimum
pressure of 100 psig (700 kPa) in accordance with the
time duration in the table
6. Installation of specific types of appliances
Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
the CAN/CGA-8.1 Standard but was not made with metallic
reinforcement. For years, the industry used the metallic
reinforcement hose for application with liquid propane.
Because of competitive market combined with the efforts to cut
installation cost, some supplies promote the type I hose as a
replacement for the type II hose for liquid propane. The
proposed change will maintain the good practices of the
industry. (2003 Accepted Revisions)
Revised – To clarify that the connector shall comply with
CSA Standard 6.16 and installation shall maintain the
clearances as specified in Clause 7.31.4. The Clause as
previously written was ambiguous with respect to which
connector was being referred to. This revision clears up
that ambiguity.
Revised – { See (a) , (b) and (c) }
Added information to define operating pressures for propane to
clarify the test pressure required for propane piping systems
that are exposed to container pressures or that can contain
liquid propane.
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7.4 Commercial Type Clothes Dryers
7.4.3 A certified flexible foil noncombustible-type duct may be
used as a transition connection between the
dryer exhaust and a rigid moisture duct.
7.13 Central Furnaces
7.13.6 Furnace return-air ducting installed in an enclosure in
which any spillage-susceptible appliances are
located (including the furnace) shall be sealed to the furnace
casing, and joints in the ducting shall be
sealed to prevent infiltration of air from the enclosure into the
return-air ducting.
7.18 Construction heaters and torches
7.18.1 A construction heater shall be located to minimize the
danger of damage and upset.
7.18.2 A construction heater shall be installed on a solid, level,
noncombustible base or, where so designed, suspended in
accordance with the manufacturer’s certified installation
Clause in previous edition
Source: Canadian Standards Association (2000), CSA
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New Clause.
New Clause.
6.18.1 A construction heater shall
(a) be located so as to minimize the danger of mechanical
damage and upset
6.18.1 A construction heater shall
(b) be installed on a solid, level, noncombustible base.
Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
Rationale: Currently, a flexible aluminum duct is being used as
a transition duct between dryer and rigid moisture duct. It has
been noted that when the machine is moved for servicing or
cleaning purposes, the flexible aluminum transition ducts has a
tendency to separate. Using an approved flexible foil flexible
transition duct will allow for an air tight transition connection,
easier installation and movement of appliance for servicing and
cleaning in and around the appliance without the possibility of
separation causing exhaust and lint leakage into the laundry
room. (2003 Accepted Revisions)
New requirement to ensure installers pay careful attention to
the arrangement of the installation ductwork to prevent
contaminated air from entering the return-air system and
creating a health hazard.
Rationale: The investigation into a CO fatality revealed that a
contributing factor in the accident was inadequate sealing of
the return air ducting for a furnace. If the portion of the return
air ducting in the enclosure was sealed to prevent the
infiltration of air from the enclosure into the heating duct
system, this problem may have been prevented. A clause
should be added to ensure proper sealing of furnace return air
ducts. A similar requirement is already in the code for multi-
story vent systems (refer to 8.21.4).
Revised – Mechanical damage was generalized to damage
since any damage to the appliance would be a concern.
New – There is now available a construction heater that is
approved for use as a suspended heater. The new requirement
is to ensure construction heaters are installed in accordance
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instructions. with the manufacturer’s certified installation instructions (i.e.

Infra-red heaters certified for use as construction heaters.

7.21 Non-recirculating direct gas-fired industrial air heaters In 1998 the Joint ANSI/CGA Heavy Duty Heater Subcommittee
(DFIAH) New Section voted to provide code coverage for the Non-Recirculating
Direct Gas-Fired Industrial Air Heaters (DFIAH) for installation
in Canada.

7.21.1 A non-recirculating DFIAH shall be installed only in

industrial buildings, except as specified in Clause 7.21.10 to New Clause The following comments will provide rationale that may pertain
7.21.12. to one or more of the new Clauses.

1/ The new harmonized American National Standard Z83.4 /

CSA Standard 3.7 covers DFIAH whose purpose is to offset
building heat loss only in industrial and commercial
applications.

7.21.2 A non-recirculating DFIAH shall not supply air to an New Clause 2/ The DFIAH are not permitted to heat or ventilate areas
area where sleeping accommodation is provided. containing sleeping quarters and this is consistent with the past
application of direct-fired heaters.

7.21.3 A non-recirculating DFIAH shall be certified to be in

compliance with ANZI Z83.4/CSA 3.7. A non-recirculating New Clause 3/ A non-recirculating DFIAH is used extensively to provide
DFIAH may be used as a door heater, make-up air heater, or a fresh air ventilation and/or to purge or dilute contaminants from
space heater, or for a combination of these functions. When a an occupied space.
non-recirculating DFIAH is used as a door heater or a make-up
air heater, the requirements of Clause 7.21 shall supersede the
requirements of Clause 7.19 for door heaters and Clause 7.20
for make-up heaters.

7.21.4 A non-recirculating DFIAH shall be installed with a 4/ The CSA Standard 3.7 contains test requirements for
clearance from combustible materials not less than that marked New Clause clearance to combustible materials and the DFIAH shall be
on the rating plate. See also Clause 4.14.2. installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation

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7.21.5 All supply air to a non-recirculating DFIAH shall be
ducted directly from outdoors.
7.21.6 Inlet ducting, when used, shall be purged with at least
four air changes prior to an ignition attempt.
7.21.7 If outside air dampers or closing louvers are used, they
shall be interlocked so that the main burners do not operate
until the air dampers are fully open.
7.21.8 The design of the installation shall include adequate
provisions to permit a non-recirculating DFIAH to operate at its
rated capacity, taking into account the structure’s designed
exfiltration rate, by providing properly designed relief openings
or an interlocked powered exhaust system, or a combination of
these methods.
Where the installation is dependent upon exfiltration through
the building envelope or through relief openings, the structure’s
designed exfiltration rate and the size of the relief openings
shall be determined by a professional engineer.
Relief openings shall be louvres or counterbalanced gravity
dampers. Motorized dampers or closable louvres may be used,
provided that they are interlocked so that the main burners do
not operate until the air dampers are fully open.
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instructions and marking on the rating plate.
5/ The DFIAH by the Scope of the CSA Standard 3.7 and by
New Clause the definition these heaters must have all the air handled by the
heater ducted directly from outdoors.
6/ There are installations that have inlet and outlet ducting to
New Clause locate the DFIAH in a more desired location within a building.
The CSA Standard 3.7 requires heater housing to be purged
four air changes before the ignition system is activated. This
action serves to purge the heater and discharge ducting to
remove any flammable vapours that may be present prior to
an ignition attempt.
7/ The heater operation requires all of its air from outside, any
New Clause device which serve to close off that air supply are required to
provide a signal once they are in a full open position.
8/ These heaters may be utilized to heat building and to offset
New Clause heat loss, as such, their installation must be designed to
include the air load which infiltrates and exfiltrates the building
envelope as a result of local climatic conditions. Therefore, the
installations of these heaters are site specific and shall be
designed by a professional engineer.
9/ When interlock devices are required to operate a non-
circulating DFIAH, a means is necessary to permit testing of
the appliance without activating the interlocking source.
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7.21.9 A non-recirculating DFIAH shall be located not less than To clarify that a minimum of 20 ft is required between the
20 ft (6 m) horizontally from a vertical plane in which New Clause exposed flame in the DFIAH and any combustible
combustible gas, vapour, or dust is present. concentration of gas, vapour, or dust.

7.21.10 A DFIAH, when installed for the purpose of ventilating To clarify that the DFIAH is interlocked with the fire alarm for
or pressurizing an elevator shaft or stairwell, shall be New Clause the purpose of providing ventilation or pressurization to prevent
(a) activated only by a fire alarm system under normal prolonged exposure to products of combustion.
operation; and
(b) equipped with a normally open momentary manual switch
that will permit testing of the DFIAH without activating the fire
alarm system. This switch shall be installed on or located
directly adjacent to the DFIAH and shall be identified as to its
function.

7.21.11 When a DFIAH is installed for the ventilation of a A DFIAH used solely for this purpose shall be activated by a
storage garage and the DFIAH is solely activated by a carbon New Clause carbon monoxide (CO) sensor and must be capable of being
monoxide senor, the DFIAH shall be installed with a normally tested without activating the CO alarm.
open momentary manual switch to permit testing of the DFIAH.
This switch shall be located either on or directly adjacent to the
DFIAH and shall be identified as to its function.

7.21.12 When a DFIAH is either installed in or ducted to a
kitchen, it shall be installed in accordance with the following
procedures:
(a) Where the food preparation area and the area frequented by
the public is interconnected by means
To limit the exchange of air between a food preparation area
New Clause and any area occupied by the public in a building where the
kitchen is served by a DFIAH. The designer will ensure proper
operation and performance of the DFIAH to prevent an excess
air pressure imbalance on the HVAC system serving the public
area.

(i) of either normally closed doors or a permanent

opening(s) and the total free area of the opening(s)
does not exceed 16 ft2 (1.5 m2), the DFIAH shall be
interlocked with a mechanical exhaust system and the
proven airflow capacity of the interlocked exhaust

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system shall not be less than 90% of the make-up air
supply; or
(ii) other than those indicated in item (i), the DFIAH
shall be interlocked with a mechanical exhaust system
100% or more than 105% of the make-up air supply.
(b) All other requirements contained in Clause 7.21, where
applicable, shall apply.
7.22. Infrared heaters
7.22.1 Where an infrared heater is of the unvented type, it shall
(a) be protected against physical damage;
(b) comply with Clause 4.9.2;
(c) not be installed in a residential or care or detention
occupancy building;
(d) when certified for use as a construction heater, comply with
Clause 7.18 and be exempted from item (e) to (g);
(e) be provided with mechanical ventilation
(i) that is so located that the products of combustion
from each heater are effectively removed outdoors;
(ii) that has a ventilation volume of at least 300 cfm
(142 dm3 /s) for each 100 000 Btuh (30 kW) input or
fraction thereof; and
(iii) is sufficient to maintain the level of carbon dioxide
at less than 5000 ppm measured 6 ft (2 m) above the
work area;
(f) have the ventilation system so interlocked that any reduction
of the volume of airflow required by Item (e) for a heater or
group of heaters will cause the shutdown of the heater or group
of heaters;
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6.21. Infrared heaters
6.21.1 Where an infra-red heater is of the unvented type, it This Clause was revised in order to clarify the intent of the
shall requirements contained in Item (e).
(a) be protected against physical damage;
(b) comply with Clause 3.9.2;
(c) not be installed in a residential or care or detention
occupancy building;
(d) when certified for use as a construction heater, comply with
Clause 6.18 and be exempted from item (e) , (f), and (g) of this
Clause;
(e) be provided with mechanical ventilation so located that the
products of combustion from each heater are effectively
removed outdoors, have a ventilation volume of at least 300
cfm for each 100 000 Btuh (30 kW) input or fraction thereof;
and the mechanical ventilation is sufficient to maintain the
level of carbon dioxide at less than 5000 ppm measured 6 ft (2
m) above the work area;
(f) have the ventilation system so interlocked that any
reduction of the volume of air flow required by Item (e) for a
heater or group of heaters will cause the shutdown of the
heater or group of heaters;
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(g) be provided with combustion and ventilation air compatible
with Item (e);
(h) not be installed in an exit passageway or stairway within 8 ft
(2.5 m) measured horizontally from an exit door; and
(i) be provided with clearance from combustible material as
certified and indicted on the appliance.
7.22.3 An infrared heater of the unvented type shall be installed
in accordance with the certified marking and the manufacturer’s
certified installation instructions. It shall be protected against
physical damage. A tube-type infrared heater shall only be
connected with a Type I hose connector that is
(a) certified as being in compliance with CSA CAN/CGA-8.1;
and
(b) of a length of 36 ± 6 in (90 ± 15 cm).
7.32 Residential-type ranges
7.32.7 When the underside of the combustible material above a
residential-type range is protected with insulating millboard at
least 0.25 in (6 mm) thick covered with sheet metal not less
than 28 MSG (0.3 mm), the clearance above the range as
specified in Clause 7.32.4 may be reduced to 24 in (600 mm).
7.32.8 An exhaust hood, an exhaust appliance, or a
combination thereof installed above a range shall be installed in
accordance with certified installation instructions for such an
exhaust hood or appliance.
8. Venting systems and air supply for appliances
8.10.13 A false ceiling space, or a confined space used for
Clause in previous edition Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
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(g) be provided with combustion and ventilation air
compatible with Item (e);
(h) not be installed in an exit passageway or stairway within 8
ft (2.5 m) measured horizontally from an exit door; and
(i) be provided with clearance from combustible material as
certified and indicted on the appliance.
7.21.3 An infrared heater of the unvented type shall be This Clause was revised by adding the requirements for the
installed in accordance with the certified marking and the use of a Type I hose to connect to the gas supply due to the
manufacturer’s certified installation instructions. It shall be extreme expansion and contraction of the tube-type heaters.
protected against physical damage. The metal connectors were failing as the result of stress
caused by expansion / contraction that some heater
manufactures state can be up to 1 inch per 10 ft of tube
7.32.7 When the underside of the combustible material above Revised by adding reference to Clause 7.32.4 to identify where
a residential-type range is protected with insulating millboard to find the minimum clearances from combustible materials.
at least 0.25 in (6 mm) thick covered with sheet metal not less
than 28 MSG (0.3 mm), the clearance above the range as
specified may be reduced to 24 in (600 mm).
New Clause This Clause was added to clarify hoods, exhaust appliances or
combination units (space saver microwaves) that contain
combustible materials or may be affected by moisture
generated from cooking shall be installed in accordance with
the manufacturer’s certified instructions.
7. Venting systems and air supply for appliances
Rationale: To allow concentric, balanced flue venting
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return air, shall not contain a vent or vent connector
that does not have sealed joints or seams.
8.12.11 The venting of a gas-fired appliance into a chimney
flue common to both halves of a semi-detached house is
prohibited.
8.30.2 An approved appliance not identified in Clause 8.30.1(d)
may be installed under a canopy, provided that the appliance is
interlocked so that operation is permitted only when exhaust
airflow is proven.
9. Natural gas compressors and cylinders
9.2 Requirements for cylinders
9.2.1 Refillable cylinders shall be manufactured, tested,
inspected, and marked in accordance with the requirements of
the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulation (TDG
regulations) of Transport Canada.
9.3 Cylinder filling and cylinders
9.3.2 Cylinders used indoors shall not be filled in excess of
300 psig (2100 kPa) at 59ºF (15 ºC).
9.3.3 A cylinder connected for filling shall be located outdoors,
unless indoor filling is approved by the authority having
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New Clause
7.12.11 The venting of a gas-fired space-heating appliance
into a chimney flue common to both halves of a semi-
detached house is prohibited.
7.30.2 An approved appliance not identified in Clause
7.30.1(d) may be installed under a canopy, provided that
(a) the appliance is interlocked so that operation is permitted
only when exhaust air flow is proven;
(b) the appliance is interlocked through a 4-min time delay
manual reset device; and
(c) the manual reset device is readily accessible and its
function is identified.
8. Natural Gas Compressors
8.2.1 A cylinders shall be manufactured, tested, inspected,
and legibly marked in accordance with Transport Canada
requirements.
Revised: 8.3.2 Cylinders shall not be filled in excess of
300 psig (2100 kPa).
Revised: 8.3.3 A cylinder connected for filling shall be
located outdoors, unless indoor filling is approved by the
Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
systems and other vent/vent connectors with sealed joints
or seams to be installed in false ceiling spaces (2003
Accepted Revisions)
Revision accepted 2000, deleted the words space-heating.
To avoid spillage of flue gases into the adjacent unit and
to clarify that the risk is similar in connecting any
appliances other than space heating as well
Revised.
Rationale: There is no apparent reason as to the need or
the function of the 4 minute delay. These 2 provisions are
considered out of date, and no longer applicable.
Revised.
The Clause was updated to specify that refillable cylinder
shall comply with the TDG regulations of Transport
Canada.
Rationale: It was agreed the reference temperature should
be specified. A member stated that the norm is 15 C.
Additionally, it was agreed to qualify cl. 9.3.2 because
cylinders used indoors should be filled only to 300 psig
regardless of where used.
Accepted revisions from M14.1.3. June 2002 Meeting
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jurisdiction, and shall be
(a) filled through
(i) an approved manifold; and
(ii) an approved connector equipped with a back check valve
at the point of cylinder connection;
(b) located not less than 3 ft (1 m) from a building opening or
air intake; and
(c) located not less than 10 ft (3 m) from a mechanical air
intake.
10. Vehicle refueling appliances (VRA) without storage (for
natural gas only)
10.1 Installation
10.1.1 A VRA refuelling system shall be certified in
compliance with the requirements of CSA 12.6.
10.1.6 When a vehicle is fuelled indoors, a gas detector shall
(a) be installed within 6 in (150 mm) of the ceiling or highest
point above the refueling area;
(b) be set to activate at natural gas detection levels at and
above one-fifth of the lower limit of flammability of natural gas;
(c) upon activation, produce an audible and visual alarm;
(d) be interlocked with a mechanical ventilation system (see
Clause 10.1.7; and
(e) be interlocked to shut off the VRA.
10.1.7 The mechanical ventilations system referred to in
Clause 10.1.6(d) shall
a) vent the fuelling area to the outdoors at a flow rate of 25
times the flow rate of the VRA; and
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authority having jurisdiction, and shall be
(a) filled through Rationale: Editorial. It was agreed that the term
(i) an approved manifold; and “permanent wall” should be replaced with the defined term
(ii) an approved connector equipped with a back check “building opening”.
valve at the point of cylinder connection;
(b) located not less than 3 ft (1 m) from a permanent wall or
air intake; and
(c) located not less than 10 ft (3 m) from a mechanical air
intake.
8. Vehicle refueling appliances (VRA) without storage (for
natural gas only)
Revised: 9.1.1 A VRA refuelling system shall be Rationale: A VRA must meet the certification
designed and installed to provide NGV at up to the requirements of CSA 12.6. All of the pressure parameters
temperature-compensated equivalent of 3000 psig (20 680 are defined in 12.6
kPa) at 70ºF (21ºC). The pressure shall not exceed 3600
psig (24 820 kPa) regardless of the temperature.
9.1.6 Where indoor fuelling of a vehicle is acceptable to the Revised
authority having jurisdiction, a gas detector shall
(a) be installed within 6 in (150 mm) of the ceiling or highest The VRA’s have proven to be reliable for indoor refueling and it
point above the refueling area; is no longer necessary to obtain prior approval from the AHJ.
(b) be set to activate at natural gas detection levels at and In addition, the previous wording in item (c) was rearranged to
above one-fifth of the lower limit of flammability of natural gas; clarify the installation requirements for the gas detector.
(c) upon activation, produce an audible and visual alarm, be
interlocked with a mechanical ventilation system (see Clause
9.1.7, and be interlocked to shut off the VRA(s).
9.1.7 The mechanical ventilation system referred to in Revised
Clause 9.1.6.(c) shall
To clarify that the ventilation rate is 25 times the flow rate of the
(a) vent the fuelling area to the outdoors at a flow rate of 25 VRA and not the building.
times the flow rate of any building used in connection with
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b) provide for minimum clearance from the discharge as
specified in Table 5.2
10.3 Piping, tubing, and hose
10.3.1 The following requirements shall apply to all gas piping
required to install a VRA and its associated equipment
(a) They shall be installed in accordance with the
manufacturer’s certified instructions.
(b) The gas supply line to the inlet of a VRA shall be installed in
accordance with the requirements of Clause 6 of this Code or
the authority having jurisdiction.
(c) Discharge piping, not directly connected by the
manufacturer, from the outlet of a VRA shall be installed in
accordance with the requirements of CSA B108.
Annex A (informative)
Note:
This informative annex has been written in normative
language to facilitate adoption where users of this Code or
regulatory authorities wish to adopt it formally as
additional requirements to this Code.
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VRA(s); and
(b) provide for minimum clearances from the discharge as
outlined in Table 4.5.10.
9.3.1 All gas piping required to install a VRA and its associated Revised
equipment shall be installed as follows: This Clause was modified to clarify that the installers shall
(a) the gas supply line to the inlet of a VRA shall be installed in follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions, the CSA-
accordance with the requirements of Clause 5 of this Code or B149.1 piping requirements and the CSA B108.
the authority having jurisdiction;
(b) discharge piping from the outlet of a VRA not directly
connected by the manufacturer shall be installed in
accordance with the requirements of GCA Standard
CAN/CGA-B108 and pressure tested 1.5 times the working
pressure for the duration of 15 min with no evidence of
leakage; and
(c) in accordance with the manufacturer’s certified
instructions.
Appendix A
Note:
This Appendix is not a mandatory part of this Code.
However, it has been written in mandatory terms to
facilitate adoption where users of this Code or regulatory
authorities wish to formally adopt it as additional
requirements to this Code.
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Annex H – Purging of piping and tubing systems Appendix H – Purging of piping and tubing systems
Note: This annex is a mandatory part of this Standard.
Re-numbering only

Annex I
General Information Tables for
New
1.1 Properties of Propane, Butane and Natural Gas
1.2 Combustion data
1.3 Orifice capacity
1.4 Conversion of volumes of one kind to another

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Note: The CSA B149.2-00 Code covers the Propane Storage

and Handling.
1. Scope 1. Scope

1.2 This Code does not apply to 1.2 This code does not apply to Revised – The volume was reduced to 150 g from 250 g.
Cylinders of 225 g are being used in restaurants for portable
(h) butane fuel cylinders of 5.3 oz (150 g) capacity or less; (h) butane fuel cylinders of 250 g capacity or less; and cooking. Incidents have occurred and no one appears to have
and jurisdiction for these cylinders.

1.4 The valves given in yard/pound units are the standard. 3.1.1 This Code contains SI (metric) equivalents to yard/pound Revised. To clarify the intent and the units that are considered
This Code contains SI (metric) equivalents to yard/pound units units so that the Code can be used in SI (metric) units. SI to be the requirement.
so that the Code can be used in SI (metric) units. SI (metric) (metric) equivalents may be approximate. Yard/pound units
equivalents can be approximate. shall be regarded as the requirement.

1.5 In this Code, unless approved otherwise by the authority 3.1.2 Where the word “shall” is used in this Code, it indicates a This Clause was revised in order to reflect CSA’s policy and
having jurisdiction, “shall” indicates a mandatory requirement unless approved otherwise by the authority terms consistent with other CSA Codes.
requirement; “should” indicates a recommendation or that having jurisdiction.
which is advised but not mandatory; “may” indicates an
advisory or optional statement. Notes to the text do not include
mandatory or alternative requirements. The purpose of a note
is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material
that is not properly a part of this Code. Notes to figures and
tables, however, are considered part of the figure or table and
are written as mandatory requirements. Legends to figures are
also written as mandatory requirements.

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Cylinder – a container designed and manufactured in
accordance with a cylinder specification authorized for the
containment and transportation of propane under the
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations of
Transport Canada.
Combustible — material that fails to conform to ULC CAN4-
S114 requirements for noncombustibility.
Flue gas dilution air – see Air Supply
Continuous pilot – a pilot that burns without turndown
throughout the entire time the burner is in service, whether the
main burner is firing or not.
TC – Transport Canada
4. General
4.3 Responsibilities of the installer
4.3.5 It shall be the responsibility of the installer of a piping or
tubing system to perform pressure tests in accordance with
Clause 6.22.2 of CSA B149.1 and to ensure that the piping or
tubing system is gas-tight at the completion of the tests.
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Cylinder – (with respect to NGV/propane storage) a container Revised – To clarify that propane containers shall be
designed and fabricated in accordance with the specifications designed and manufactured under the TDG Regulations of
of Transport Canada (TC) or the U.S. Department of Transport Canada
Transportation for the storage and transportation of propane.
Combustible – material that fails to conform to ULC Standard
CAN4-S114.
New This was added to be consistent with the CSA-B149.1
New See above
New To clarify that TC means Transport Canada as it was
proposed to delete the abbreviations from the Code.
3. General
3.3 Responsibilities of the Installer
3.3.5 It shall be the responsibility of the installer Revised by creating a new Clause for part (b) to be consistent
(a) of a piping or tubing system to perform pressure tests in with the B149.1 and to clarify the responsibilities for different
accordance with Clause 5.22.2 of CSA Standard B149.1 and to installers <see below>. The installer of the piping or tubing is
ensure that the piping or tubing is gas tight at the completion of not necessarily the same one who installs the gas appliances.
the tests; and
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4.3.6 It shall be the responsibility of the installer of an appliance
to perform tests in accordance with Clause 6.22.3 of CSA
Standard B149.1 and to ensure that the system is gas-tight at
the completion of the tests.
4.5 Suitability of use
4.5.4 Before reconnection to the supply piping or tubing, a used
appliance shall be inspected and determined by the install to
be safe for continued use.
5.3 Protection of containers and equipment
5.3.2 When containers are installed in locations that do not
afford protection from damage from motor vehicles on any
street, highway, avenue, alley, or parking lot, they shall be
protected by posts or guardrails in compliance with Clause
7.19.4 unless otherwise approved by the authority having
jurisdiction.
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3.3.5 It shall be the responsibility of the installer This new Clause was added to be consistent with the B149.1
(a) <see above> and to increase the awareness that it is the responsibility of the
(b) of the appliance to perform tests in accordance with appliance installer to ensure the connection, valve train and
Clause 5.22.3 of the CSA Standard B149.1 and to ensure that system components are gas-tight.
the system is gas tight at the completion of the tests.
3.5 Suitability of Use
3.5.4 A used appliance shall be inspected and determined by Editorial revision only – No change in the intent of this Clause.
the installer to be safe for continued used before reconnection
to supply piping or tubing.
4.3 Protection of Containers and Equipment
4.3.2 When a container is located in a vehicular traffic area, Revised to clarify the intent of the Clause by listing specific
protection from physical damage shall be provided in locations that would require protection from motor vehicles.
compliance with Clause 6.19.4.
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6. Cylinder systems
6.1.8 A refillable cylinder with a capacity of 45 lb (20 kg) or less
shall be equipped with an effective gas-tight seal such as a
plug, cap, or other equally effective device. A protective cap for
the valve outlet shall be attached to the cylinder connection
device. The protective cap shall bear the following marking:
“PLACE CAP ON CYLINDER VALVE OUTLET WHENEVER
THE CYLINDER IS NOT CONNECTED FOR USE”
*The equivalent French wording is “METTRE LE
BOUCHON SUR LA SORTIE DU ROBINET LORSQUE LA
BOUTEILLE N’EST PAS UTILISEE”.
6.2 Liquid level gauges on cylinders
6.2.1 A liquid level gauge that requires the bleeding of propane
to the atmosphere, such as a rotary, fixed-liquid-level, or slip-
tube type, shall be designed so that any bleed valve opening is
not larger that a No. 54 drill size (1.4 mm) unless it is provided
with a excess-flow valve.
6.5 Storage and use of cylinders at locations other than
filling plants
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5. Cylinder Systems
5.18 A refillable cylinder with a capacity of 45 lb (20 kg) or less Revised only by adding the equivalent French wording for the
shall be equipped with an effective gas-tight seal such as a marking on the cap.
plug, cap, or other equally effective device. A protective cap for
the valve outlet shall be attached to the cylinder connection To ensure manufacturers provide instruction in both English
device. The protective cap shall bear the following marking: and French.
PLACE CAP ON CYLINDER VALVE OUTLET WHENEVER
THE CYLINDER IS NOT CONNECTED FOR USE
5.2 Liquid level gauges on cylinders
5.2.1 A liquid level gauge such as a rotary, fixed-liquid-level,
or slip-tube type that requires the bleeding of propane to the Editorial revision only – No change in the intent of this Clause.
atmosphere shall be designed so that any bleed valve opening
is not larger that a No. 54 drill size (1.4 mm) unless it is
provided with an excess flow valve.
5.5 Storage and Use of Cylinders at Locations Other than
Filling Plants
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6.5.1.9 5.5.1.9 Except as noted below, an outdoor cylinder storage

An outdoor cylinder storage area, special cylinder storage area, special cylinder storage room, or a cylinder storage
room, or a cylinder storage building described building described in Clause 6 shall be located in accordance
in Clause 6 shall be located in accordance with Table 6.3 with with Table 6.3 with respect to
respect to Revised by adding a new Note to address the installation of
(a) the nearest building or group of buildings; (a) the nearest building or group of buildings; cabinets or cages for exchange or sale of 20 lb (9 kg) propane
(b) the line of adjoining property that may be built upon; (b) the line of adjoining property that may be built upon; cylinders at retail sites.
(c) public thoroughfares or sidewalks; and (c) public thoroughfares or sidewalks; and
(d) the line of adjoining property occupied by schools, (d) the line of adjoining property occupied by schools,
churches, hospitals, athletic fields, or other points of public churches, hospitals, athletic fields, or other points of
gathering. public gathering.

Table 6.3 Table 5.5.1.9

Cylinder storage clearances Cylinder storage clearances
(See Clause 6.5.1.9) (see Clause 5.5.1.9)

Distance ft (m) to
Distance, ft (m) Quantity of propane stored Items Items
to Items (a) to Items (c) lbs (kg) (a) and (b) (c) and (d)
Quantity of propane and (b) of and (d) of
stored, lb (kg) Clause 6.5.1.9 Clause 6.5.1.9
Up to and including 500 (225) 0*† 10 (3)
Up to and including 500 (225) 0*† 10 (3)
500 (225) to 2500 (1135) 15 (4.5) 25 (7.5)
501 (225) to 2500 (1135)‡ 15 (4.5) 25 (7.5)
2501 (1135) to 5000 (2270) 25 (7.5) 25 (7.5)
2501 (1135) to 5000 (2270) 25 (7.5) 25 (7.5)
Over 5000 (2270) 25 (7.5) 50 (15)
Over 5000 (2270) 25 (7.5) 50 (15)

*3 ft (1 m) from any building opening.

†10 ft (3 m) from any mechanical air intake. * 3 ft (1 m) from any building opening.
‡ Cylinders that have a maximum capacity of 20 lb (9 kg) intended for † 10 ft (3 m) from any mechanical air intake.
exchange or sale shall be stored in no more than four adjacent cabinets that
may be located against a noncombustible building wall at one retail site. No
more than one cabinet may be located against a combustible wall. Each
cabinet shall contain no more than 500 lb (225 kg) of propane. Cabinets shall
be 3 ft (1 m) from any building opening and 10 ft (3 m) from any mechanical air
intake. Cabinets shall be 25 ft (7.5 m) from the line of adjoining property
occupied by schools, churches, hospitals, athletic fields, or other points of
public gathering.

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6.5.6 Storage of non-refillable cylinders in retail outlets
and their warehouses (mercantile occupancies)
6.5.6.1 The requirements of Clause 6.5.6 apply to non-refillable
cylinders (TC-39, TC-2P, and TC-2Q) with net capacities of
more than 0.36 lb (150 g) and less than 1.05 lb (475 g),
commonly referred to as “single-trip” cylinders.
6.5.6.2 Cylinders located within the display area of a retail
outlet (mercantile occupancy) shall be display ed as follows:
(a) Cylinders shall be removed from cartons, or cartons shall
be display cut.
(b) Cylinders shall be securely stacked to a height of no more
than 6 ft (2 m) from the base to the top of the display. Shelves
used to display cylinders shall be of a stable construction and
shall not exceed 8 ft (2.43 m) in overall height.
(c) Display of cylinders shall be in compliance with the
clearances, separations, quantities, and other requirements
listed in Table 6.4.
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5.5.6 Storage of Nonrefillable Cylinders within Retail
Outlets and Warehouses
5.5.6.1 The requirements of this Clause shall apply to cylinders Revision to correctly identify the types and capacities of the
manufactured to TC Specifications 39, 2P, and 2Q and known “single-trip” cylinders. No change in the intent of this Clause.
as “single trip” or “nonrefillable” cylinders
5.5.6.2 Cylinders located within
(a) a retail outlet may be displayed
(i) in one area only and limited to a total of 60
cylinders or a maximum of 60 lbs (27 kg) of propane:
or
(ii) in not more than two areas and limited to a total of
60 cylinders or a maximum of 60 lbs (27 kg) of
propane for each display area, provided that the retail
outlet is sprinklered and the propane display areas are
separated from each other by not less than 50 ft (15
m);
(b) a storage are for retail outlet shall be
(i) limited to a total weight of 300 lbs (135 kg) of
propane; or
(ii) subject to approval of the authority having
jurisdiction when the total weight of propane is in
excess of 300 lbs (135 kg) of propane; and
(c) other storage areas used to store cylinder in excess of 300
lbs (135 kg) shall comply with
(i) Clauses 5.5.1 and 5.5.2 for outdoor storage; and
(ii) Clauses 5.5.1 and 5.5.8 for indoor storage.
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Table 6.4
Storage of non-refillable cylinders in mercantile occupancies
{See Clause 6.5.6.2 (c)}

For sprinklered* For areas without

Areas sprinklers

Separation from sources of ignition 25 ft (7.6 m) 25 ft (7.6 m)

Separation from marked fire exits 25 ft (7.6 m) 25 ft (7.6 m

Separation between display arrays 8 ft (2.5 m) 8 ft (2.5 m)

Cylinders

Separation of display arrays from 8 ft (2.5 m) 8 ft (2.5 m)

Class 1 and 2 flammable liquids,
Level 2 and 3 aerosols, oxidizers,
And highly combustible products made
From or using Styrofoam® for packing

Maximum net weight of cylinders 500 lb (227 kg) † 300 lb (135 kg) ‡
In each display

Maximum combined net weight of 1000 lb (454 kg)§ 300 lb (135 kg) ‡
Cylinders, Level 2 and 3 aerosols,
Oxidizers, and Class 1 (flammable
Liquids) and Class 2 (combustible
Liquids) in 20 x 20 ft ( 6x6 m) area

Total aggregate net weight cylinders 1000 lb (454 kg)† 300 lb (135 kg) ‡
In total display area

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*Sprinklered in accordance with NFPA 13 for at least

Ordinary Hazard Occupancies.
† Quantity shall be reduced to 300 lb (135 kg) when
storage above cylinders prevents direct discharge from
sprinklers located overhead.
‡ Cylinders shall be protected on three sides by metal or
wire bulkheads.
§Quantities in excess of 1000 lb (454 kg) shall be relocated
to other 20 x 20 (6 x 6 m) areas separated by a minimum
distance of 25 ft (7.6 m).

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6.5.6.3 Cylinders located in the backstock (warehouse) area of

a retail outlet (mercantile occupancy) shall be stored as follows: NEW

(a) Cylinders shall be in packaging approved by, and marked

in accordance with, the Transportation of Dangerous
Goods Regulations and securely stacked to a height of not
more that 6.56 ft (2 m).
(b) Storage of cylinders shall be in compliance with the
separation, clearances, quantities, and other requirements
listed in Table 6.5

Table 6.5
Storage of non-refillable cylinders in the backstock (warehouse)
area of mercantile occupancies
(See Clause 6.5.6.3 (b).)

For sprinklered* For areas without

Areas sprinklers

Separation from sources of ignition 25 ft (7.6 m) 25 ft (7.6 m)

Separation from marked fire exits 25 ft (7.6 m) 25 ft (7.6 m)

Separation of display arrays from 8 ft (2.5 m) 8 ft (2.5 m)

Class 1 flammable liquids, oxidizers
Level 2 and 3 aerosols, plastic
Packaging, and Styrofoam®

Maximum net weight of cylinders 1000 lb (227 kg) † 300 lb (135 kg)
in each storage area

Maximum net weight of cylinders 2000 lb (908 kg) ‡ 300 lb (135 kg)
Class 1 (flammable liquids) and
Class 2 (combustible liquids),
Level 2 and 3 aerosols, and oxidizers
in a 20 x 20 ft ( 6x6 m) area

Total aggregate net weight cylinders 4000 lb (1816 kg) 300 lb (135 kg)
in entire backstock area

Clearance between sprinkler heads as required by NFPA 308 for level 3

and arrays of cylinders aerosol products

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* Sprinklered in accordance with NFPA 13 for at least
Ordinary Hazard Occupancies.
† Quantity shall be reduced to 300 lb (135 kg) when
storage above cylinders prevents direct discharge from
sprinklers located overhead.
‡ Quantities in excess of 2000 lb (908 kg) shall be
relocated to other 20 x 20 (6 x 6 m) areas separated by a
minimum distance of 25 ft (7.6 m).
6.5 Storage and use of cylinders at locations other than
filling plants
6.5.7.3 A sign indicating “NO SMOKING” shall be permanently
displayed in the cylinder storage area. The sign shall be in
accordance with the requirements for signs in Clause 7.12.3.
* The equivalent French wording is “DEFENSE DE FUME”.
6.6 Transportation of cylinders
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5.5 Storage and use of cylinders at locations other than
filling stations
5.5.7.3 A sign indicating “NO SMOKING” shall be permanently
displayed in the cylinder storage area. The sign shall be in
accordance with the requirements for signs in Clause 6.12.3.
5.6 Transportation of cylinders
Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
Rationale: TC-39M cylinders used for the packaging of
propane for use with portable and handheld appliances are,
because of their design, construction and safety features,
inherently safer as a container for flammable and combustible
products that are TC-2P and TC-2Q containers which are not
equipped with pressure relief valves. TC-2P and TC-2Q
containers are commonly used for Level 2 and Level 3
aerosols. Capacities of Level 3 aerosols {greater than 13,000
Btu/lb (30 kJ/g)} can exceed the caloric capacity of the
standard 400 to 455 g TC-39 propane cylinders. The
accompanying information supports these proposed new
requirements for the handling and storage of propane cylinders
in retail premises (occupancies).
Revised only by adding the equivalent French wording for the
signage.
To ensure owners provide instruction in both English and
French.
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6.6.7 Every cylinder delivery vehicle shall be marked legibly
and conspicuously on both sides and on the rear, in letters not
less than 4 in (100 mm) high and of a colour that contrasts
sharply with the background, with at least on of the following:
(a) the words “COMPRESSED LP GSA”*;
(b) the word “FLAMMABLE”†;
(c) the word “PROPANE”‡; or
(d) the name of the carrier if the name includes the word
“PROPANE”‡.
*The equivalent French wording is “GAZ PL COMPRIME”.
†The equivalent French wording is “INFLAMMABLE”.
‡The equivalent French wording is “PROPANE”.
6.7 Installation of cylinders
6.7.3 Notwithstanding the requirements in Clause 6.5 and
6.7.2, a cylinder containing a maximum of 5 lb (2.5 kg) of
propane, which is not connected to any other cylinder, may be
connected for use indoors with the permission of the authority
having jurisdiction.
7.4 Excess-flow and back check valves
7.4.4 Instead of using an excess-flow valve, a tank opening
may be fitted with a quick-closing internal valve that, except
during operating periods, shall remain closed. The internal
mechanism for the valve shall be provided with secondary
controls consisting of a fusible link or plug with a melting point
of not more that 210°F (105°C) that shall cause the internal
valve to close in case of fire.
7.10 Location of consumer tanks
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5.6.7 Every cylinder delivery vehicle shall be marked legibly Revised only by adding the equivalent French wording for the
and conspicuously on both sides and on the rear, in letters not signage.
less than 4 in (100 mm) high and of a colour that contrasts
sharply with the background, with at least on of the following: To ensure owners provide instruction in both English and
(a) the words COMPRESSED LP GSA; French.
(b) the word FLAMMABLE;
(c) the word PROPANE; or
(d) the name of the carrier if the name includes the word
PROPANE.
5.7 Installation of cylinders
5.7.3 Except as permitted in Clause 5.5 and 5.7.2, a cylinder Editorial only – same intent
containing a maximum of 5 lb (2.5 kg) of propane, which is not
connected to any other cylinder, may be connected for use
indoors with the permission of the authority having
jurisdiction.
6.4 Excess Flow and Back Check Valves
6.4.4 In place of an excess-flow valve, a tank opening may be Revised only – Same intent.
fitted with a quick-closing internal valve that, except during
operating periods, shall remain closed. The internal mechanism
for the valve shall be provided with secondary controls
consisting of a fusible link or plug with a melting point of not
more that 210°F (105°C) that shall cause the internal valve to
close in case of fire.
6.10 Location of Consumer Tanks
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7.10.2 Clause references renumbered Table 7.4 6.10.2 This Clause references Table 6.10.2

Table 7.4 <New foot note> Table 6.10.2

Revision to Table only – Same intent.
Total aggregate water Total aggregate water
capacity, USWG (L) capacity, USWG (L) To clarify that all clearances for tanks over 10 000 USWG (38
000 L) are at the discretion of the authority having jurisdiction.

Over 10 000 (38 000) § § § § Over 10000 At the discretion of the authority having jurisdiction.
(38 000)
* same
† same
† same
§ At the discretion of the authority having jurisdiction.

7.11 Tank supports 6.11 Tank Supports

7.11.5 Notwithstanding the requirements in Clause 7.11.4, 6.11.5 Except as provides in Clause 6.11.4, horizontal tanks Revised only – Same intent.
horizontal tanks with a capacity greater than 200 USWG (7500 with a capacity greater than 200 USWG (7500 L) may be
L) may be mounted on a skid frame, provided that mounted on a skid frame, provided that

(a) the skid frame assembly is designed to accommodate
anticipated loads;
(b) the base is designed to accommodate static and dynamic
loads imposed by the tank and skid frame; and
(c) steps are taken to allow for differential movement between
any fixed piping and the skid frame assembly.
(a) the skid frame assembly is designed to accommodate
anticipated loads;
(b) the base is designed to accommodate static and dynamic
loads imposed by the tank and skid frame; and
(c) steps are taken to allow for differential movement between
any fixed piping and the skid frame assembly.

7.12 Filling plants and refill centres 6.12 Filling Plants and Refill Centres

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7.12.11 Foot note added
7.12.12 Foot note added
7.14 Storage of containers at filling plants
7.14.2 When stored outdoors, a container shall be inside the
fenced area of a filling plant and shall
(a) be stored 25 ft (7.5 m) or more from the property line;
(b) be kept clear of means of access to any storage tank,
container storage area, or building;
(c) be stored not less than 4 ft (1 m) from the fence when the
fence has openings greater than 2 x 2 (50 x 50 mm), but may
be stored alongside a fence when the fence has openings 2 x 2
in (50 x 50 mm) or smaller; and
(d) not be stored within 25 ft (7.5 m) of the filling plant storage
tank.
7.19.4 Protection against vehicular Traffic (see Annex B)
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6.12.11 Revised only by adding the equivalent French wording for the
signage.
6.12.12 Revised only by adding the equivalent French wording for the
signage.
6.14 Storage of Containers at Filling Plants
6.14.2 A container when stored outdoors shall be inside the Revised item (d).
fenced area of a filling plant and shall
(a) be stored 25 ft (7.5 m) or more from the property line; The clearance from the cylinders in storage and the filling plant
(b) be kept clear of means of access to any storage tank, storage tanks was increase to 25 ft (7.5 m) to provide adequate
container storage area, or building; space for fire suppression in the event if a fire at either location.
(c) be stored not less than 4 ft (1 m) from the fence when the
fence has openings greater than 2 x 2 (50 x 50 mm), but may
be stored alongside a fence when the fence has openings 2 x 2
in (50 x 50 mm) or smaller; and
(d) not be stored within 10 ft (3 m) of the filling plant storage
tank.
6.19.4 Protection against vehicular Traffic (See Append B)
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7.19.4.3 Posts or guardrails used for the protection of a tank
shall be located
(a) not less than 3.5 ft (1 m) from all sides of the tank,
ventilated cabinet, or enclosure; and
(b) to ensure that a minimum of 3.5 ft (1 m) will be maintained
between the point of transfer or cylinder filling scale and
any source of ignition, including vehicles.
*6.19.4.3 Posts or guardrails used for the protection of a tank
shall be located
(a) not less than 3.5 ft (1 m) from all sides of the tank,
ventilated cabinet, or enclosure; and
(b) to ensure that a minimum of 10 ft (3 m) will be maintained
between the point of transfer or cylinder filling scale and
any source of ignition, including vehicles.
To provide a closer service access for vehicles to the point of
transfer and to minimize the length of transfer hose.
Note: Vehicles are not normally considered a source of ignition
within the dispensing zone providing the engine and any
source of ignition is turned off before and during the refueling

7.20 Dispensing devices 6.20 Dispensing Devices

7.20.2 A remote dispensing device shall be protected from 6.20.2 A remote dispensing device shall be protected from Revised.
damage with the use of posts damage with the use of posts
(a) as stipulated in Clause7.19.4.1, items (b), (c), and (d); and (a) as stipulated in Clause 6.19.4.1(b) to(d); and To provide a protected working space for a person who is filling
(b) located to provide a minimum of (b) located to provide a minimum of 1 ft (300 mm) of clear a cylinder at an island and to ensure a safe location for purging
(i) 1 ft (300 mm) of clear space between the posts and space between the posts and the dispenser. of a propane container from the dispensing zone.
the dispenser; and
(ii) 3.5 ft (1 m) of clear space between the posts and an
island dispenser that incorporates a cylinder filling
scale.

When purging equipment is provided, a vent pipe shall be

installed to discharge the vapours to an ignition-free location at
least 10 ft (3.5 m) from the dispenser.

Note: Vehicles are not normally considered a source of ignition

within the dispensing zone. Provided that the engine and any
source of ignition is turned off before and during the refueling.
The person who is filling or purging any propane container is
responsible for ensuring that there is no source of ignition
within 10 ft (3.5 m) measured horizontally.

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7.20.6 Added foot notes 6.20.6 Revised only by adding the equivalent French wording for the
signage.
* The equivalent French wording is “DEFENSE DE FUMER
DANS UN RAYON DE 3 M – COUPER LE MOTEUR
PENDANT LE REMPLISSAGE”.

†The equivalent French wording is “DEFENSE DE FUMER–

COUPER LE MOTEUR”.

8.11 Tank truck and cargo liner lettering 7.11 Tank truck and cargo liner lettering

8.11.1 Added foot note Revised only by adding the equivalent French wording for the
signage
*The equivalent French wording is “GAZ PL COMPRIME”.
†The equivalent French wording is “INFLAMMABLE”.
‡The equivalent French wording is “PROPANE”.

9.3 Direct-Fired Vaporizers 8.3 Direct-Fired Vaporizers

9.3.3 A direct-fired vaporizer is considered a source of ignition
and shall be located at a distance in accordance with the
requirements of Table 7.4 from any tank or from the fill points
of any tank, and at least 25 ft (7.5 m) from a building or
property line.
8.3.3 A direct-fired vaporizer shall be located at least 10 ft This revision clarifies this type of vaporizer is a source of
(3 m) from any tank or from the fill points of any tank, and at ignition and the minimum clearance requirements are covered
least 25 ft (7.5 m) from a building or property line. under Table 7.4.

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11.5.9 A label made of durable material that is not adversely
affected by water, employing an adhesive that is not water
soluble, shall be affixed adjacent to the filling location. The
label shall be worded as follows: “EQUIPPED WITH A STOP-
FILL VALVE. USE OF FIXED LIQUID LEVEL GAUGE IS NOT
REQUIRED”*.
* The equivalent French wording is “POURU D’UN
ROBINET D’ARRET DE REMPLISSAGE; L’UTILISATION
D’UNE JAUGE A TUBE FIXE N’EST PAS REQUISE”.
11.5.13 A tank
(a) on a vehicle shall be so located as to minimize the
possibility of damage;
(b) that is located at the rear of a truck and that is protected by
a substantial bumper shall be deemed to conform with Item
(a); and
(c) that is mounted within 8 in (200 mm) of the engine or the
exhaust system shall be shielded against heat radiation by
the use of a metal shield located not less than 1 in (25 mm)
from the tank. The metal heat shield shall not be attached
to the exhaust system.
Annex A (informative)
A.4.4 Vacuum purging
PROPANE STORAGE and HANDLING CODE
Clause in previous code Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
Source: Canadian Standards Association (2000), CSA
B149.2-00, Mississauga: CSA
10.5.9 A label made of durable material that is not adversely Revised only by adding the equivalent French wording for the
affected by water, employing an adhesive that is not water marking on the filling location label.
soluble, shall be affixed adjacent to the filling location. The
label shall be worded as follows: To ensure manufacturers provide instruction in both English
and French.
EQUIPPED WITH A STOP-FILL VALVE. USE OF FIXED
LIQUID LEVEL GAUGE IS NOT REQUIRED.
10.5.13 A tank
Editorial change in item (b)
(a) on a vehicle shall be so located as to minimize the
possibility of damage; The reference Clause 10.5.3(a) was wrong the correct
(b) that is located at the rear of a truck and that is protected by reference is item (a) within the Clause.
a substantial bumper shall be deemed to conform with
Clause 10.5.3(a); and
(c) that is mounted within 8 in (200 mm) of the engine or the
exhaust system shall be shielded against heat radiation by
the use of a metal shield located not less than 1 in (25 mm)
from the tank. The metal heat shield shall not be attached
to the exhaust system.
New
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Clause in New Code Clause in previous code Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
Source: Canadian Standards Association (2005), CSA Source: Canadian Standards Association (2000), CSA
B149.2-05, Mississauga: CSA B149.2-00, Mississauga: CSA

The container shall be designed for the vacuum to which it will

be subjected.
To remove air and moisture from a container being prepared
for propane service using vacuum
purging, complete the following steps:
(a) Connect the suction side of an LP-gas compressor to the
container being purged. Open the
container valve and turn the compressor on.
(b) Ensure that any container opening is capped.
(c) Ensure that the outlet of the compressor is venting the air to
atmosphere.
(d) Using an appropriate manometer, stop the process when
the negative pressure reaches the value
stated in Table A.2, according to the altitude above sea level of
the location where the purging is
taking place.
(e) Shut the container valve off.
(f) Connect the vapour line from the storage tank to the
container. Open the valve and allow the flow
of propane until a pressure of approximately 15 psig (105 kPa)
is reached.
(g) Add methanol as required and shut off the valve. The
container is ready to be filled with propane.

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Clause in New Code Clause in previous code Recommendations, Interpretations and Rationale
Source: Canadian Standards Association (2005), CSA Source: Canadian Standards Association (2000), CSA
B149.2-05, Mississauga: CSA B149.2-00, Mississauga: CSA

Table A.2
Negative pressure required for vacuum purging
(See Clause A.4.4.)

Altitude above sea level, ft Gauge reading, in Hg

0 25.85
500 25.31
1000 24.78
1500 24.26
2000 23.75
2500 23.24
3000 22.74
3500 22.25
4000 21.77
4500 21.29
5000 20.82
5500 20.35
6000 19.90

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